danderson2@hsd36.org 

Teaching Experience:

• 5th year of teaching at Harrison

• Bachelor Degree - North Park University

  •  K-12 Physical Education / Health Education

• 14 years of coaching experience 

Why I teach PE: I teach because it allows me to inspire students to lead active, healthy lives while developing essential life skils. My passion of being physically active throughout my life had inspired me to continue going down the path of teaching physical education and health education. When teaching, I enjoy the moments when students learn the importance of teamwork and perseverance! 

kchase@hsd36.org 

Teaching Experience:

• 8th year at Harrison

• 5th year coaching at Harrison

• Bachelors Degree:  Aurora University

• Masters Degree:  Northeastern Illinois University

  • K-12 Physical Education/Health Education

• 20th year licensed IHSA Basketball and Volleyball Official

Why I teach PE:  I teach physical education to instill the understanding and importance of lifelong fitness to all students.  My goals as a teacher are for students to feel confident in their own bodies and comfortable to be partners with anyone.  It is important for all to find something they enjoy to stay active and healthy, as well as to help build relationships with others in their communities.  These skills will help students be successful not only at school, but also a they continue to grow through life. 

lraney@hsd36.org

Teaching Experience:

• 11th  year at Harrison and  5th year as Athletic Director

• Bachelor Degree - Judson University

  • Sports Management and PE Teaching License

• Master Degree - Concordia University Irvine 

  • Coaching and Athletic Administration

• 25+ years of coaching experience at all levels 

Why I teach PE:  I teach because sports was my life and it taught me so much I want to be able to pass on my knowledge and skills to a younger generation.  Being active is a lifestyle and PE allows me to reach all students and not just the athletes.  I love finding new ways to show kids that movement, working out and fitness can be fun.  I get overjoyed when I see students grow not just their skill level, coordination and confidence but also in their  teamwork and sportsmanship which translates into the real world in everything they do.